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Trump Says He Had 'Great Talks With Russia and Ukraine,' Claims 'Good Possibility' of Ending War
Trump announced early Thursday that he had "great talks" with both Putin and Zelenskyy, raising hopes of a possible end to the nearly three-year war in Ukraine.
Former Trump Adviser Declares Kremlin Is 'Drinking Vodka Straight Out of the Bottle Tonight' Following Tulsi Gabbard Confirmation
Tulsi Gabbard's confirmation as Director of National Intelligence sparks national security concerns, with former Trump adviser John Bolton warning the Kremlin is reveling in her appointment.
Russia Is 'On the Brink of a Breakup' With the US Following Trump's Claims About 'Good Relationship' With Putin: Kremlin
Russia stated its relationship with the US is "balancing on the brink of a breakup," during a press conference Monday morning.
Trump Says Putin Told Him He 'Wants to See People Stop Dying' in Russia-Ukraine War
Donald Trump revealed Russian President Vladimir Putin wants to see the Russia-Ukraine war end before taking a swipe at former President Joe Biden.
Russian Musician Joins Long List of Putin Critics to Die in 'Fall From Window' After Calling Russian Leader a 'Bastard'
A Russian musician who repeatedly condemned Russia's war on Ukraine mysteriously "fell" out of a window, marking the latest inexplicable death of a public figure criticizing the Russian government.
A Republican Lawmaker Accused Russia of Airing 'Nude Melania Trump Photos' on TV. It Was the Cover of GQ Magazine
South Carolina Rep. Joe Wilson, a Republican, attacked Russian President Vladimir Putin and his state television for broadcasting nude photos of First Lady Melania Trump without acknowledging that the photos were from a magazine photoshoot years ago and had already been published.
Ukraine Leader Zelensky Calls Tucker Carlson a 'Blogger,' Tells Him to 'Stop Licking Putin's Ass'
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called Tucker Carlson a "blogger" and told him to "stop licking" Russian President Vladimir Putin's "ass."
Russia Pulls North Korean Soldiers Off Front Lines After Heavy Losses Against Ukraine
North Korean troops supporting Russia in fighting against Ukrainian forces have been removed from battle after being severely weakened from suffering a large number of casualties, officials say.
Google Maps Puts US on List of 'Sensitive Countries' After Trump Unilaterally Renames Global Landmark
Google Maps has reclassified the United States as a "sensitive country" after President Trump ordered the renaming of major landmarks.
New Russian History Textbook Compares Ukraine to Nazi Germany, Says Putin Was 'Forced' to Launch War
A new textbook designed for students aged 15 and older frames Russia's war in Ukraine as a continuation of the Soviet fight against Nazi Germany.
Horrifying Video Shows Civilians Fleeing Giant Explosion After Reported Ukrainian Drone Strike Hits Russian Oil Refinery
Video footage taken on Jan. 23 shows an alleged drone attack conducted by Ukrainian armed forces attacking the Rostneft Oil Refinery in Ryazan, Russia by using many long-range kamikaze drones.
Trump Says Zelensky 'Shouldn't Have Allowed' War With Russia to Happen, Takes Jab at Ukrainian Leader: 'He's No Angel'
While simultaneously commending him for his bravery, President Donald Trump criticized Ukrainian President Zelensky for not striking a deal with Russia at the start of the war.
North Korean Soldier Nearly Killed After Refusing to Drop Sausage While Surrendering to Ukrainian Forces
A North Korean soldier nearly died after refusing to surrender his sausage at gunpoint when captured by Ukrainian forces.
Trump Silent on Russia-Ukraine War as He Breaks Campaign Promise to End Conflict in 24 Hours
President Trump faces criticism for breaking his campaign promise to end the Russia-Ukraine war in 24 hours.
Tennis Star Takes Anger Out on Court Camera, Leaving Equipment and His Racket Smashed
The Australian Open got off to a dramatic start with Daniil Medvedev destroying a camera and racket in a mid-match outburst during the event's opening contest.
Russia Running Out of Money, Could Lose Ability to Fund War: Top Economist
Russia is running out of money and could lose its ability to continue funding its war with Ukraine, according to a top economist.
Russia Allegedly Pretended to Be Denmark in Hoax Letter to US Senator on Purchasing Greenland: Report
Danish intelligence has revealed details surrounding a forged letter that reportedly influenced Trump's unexpected proposal to purchase Greenland from Denmark.
Former Russian Mercenary Arrested After Illegal Border Crossing
Timur Praliev pleaded guilty to illegally entering the U.S., with the federal prosecutor seeking a 15-day sentence due to concerns stemming from his ties to the Wagner Group.
Zelensky Says Ukraine Captured 2 North Korean Soldiers, Shares Photos on Social Media
The Ukrainian president said the two were wounded but are receiving medical care and are talking with the nation's security officials
Prime Minister Who Mysteriously Vanished After Meeting with Putin Traced to Suite at Luxury Hotel as County Claims He's on 'Vacation'
Solvakia's Prime Minister briefly went missing last month following a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Ukraine Warns Russia Is 'Getting What It Deserves' After It Launches Surprise Attacks Across Kursk
Ukraine escalates its counteroffensive in Russia's Kursk region, claiming Moscow is "getting what it deserves" as fierce battles continue across the border.
Nightclub Patrons Arrested and Fined in Russia For Dressing 'Unmanly,' Appearing 'Too Gay'
Eight individuals were fined for dressing "too gay" during a police raid at a Russian nightclub.
Moscow, Kyiv End Russian Gas Transit To Europe Via Ukraine
Russian gas has been supplied to Europe via pipelines crossing Ukraine since the end of the Soviet Union in 1991 in an arrangement that earned revenues for Moscow from the gas and for Kyiv from the transit fees.
Zelensky Vows Ukraine Will Do Everything In 2025 To Stop Russia
The Ukrainian leader's address caps a difficult year for the war-battered country which has been fending off a better-resourced Russian army for nearly three years.
Azerbaijan Demands Russia Admit To Shooting At Plane Before Crash
Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev on Sunday demanded that Russia admit that it fired at an Azerbaijan Airlines passenger jet before it crashed, accusing Moscow of initially trying to cover up the cause of the fatal disaster.
Azerbaijan President Claims Azerbaijan Airlines Flight Was Shot Down By Russia, Blasts Moscow For Trying to 'Hush Up' Truth For Days
Azerbaijan President Ilham Aliyev accused Vladimir Putin and his administration of trying to cover up the doomed Azerbaijan Airlines flight that was shot down by Russia on Christmas Day.
Germany Warns Undersea Power Cable Cut Was a 'Wake-Up Call' That EU Needs More Protections Against Russia's 'Shadow Fleet'
Germany called for tougher European Union sanctions against Russia after the suspected sabotage of an undersea power cable connecting Finland and Estonia.
Putin Avoids Taking Blame for Azerbaijan Airlines Fatal Crash in Russian Airspace, Apologizes to Aliyev for 'Tragic Incident'
Russian President Vladimir Putin issued a rare public apology on Saturday following the fatal crash of an Azerbaijan Airlines flight in Russian airspace.
Polish Teens Will Undergo Mandatory Firearms Training To Protect Against Possible Future Russian Aggression
Poland has mandated firearms training for teenagers to bolster national defense against potential Russian threats.
Azerbaijan Airlines Blames 'External Interference' For Crash That Killed 38 on Christmas Day, Suspends Flights to 5 Russian Airports
Azerbaijan Airlines is blaming the plane crash on "external interference" and suspending further flights to Russian airports.